The Mission (1986)

What is it about?

A Spanish slave trader seeking redemption joins the mission founded by a Jesuit in South America for the purpose of converting natives to Christianity. Wonderful fresco on a controversial period in history, winner of an Academy Award, the Palme d’Or and Golden Globes.

Why should I watch it?

  • Starring Robert De Niro, Jeremy Irons, Liam Neeson
  • Highly rated

Trailer

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